Wilmington

This 1893 Victorian three-story B&B is a real escape from the modern world. — Frommer's

You'll rest well in any of the lavishly furnished rooms, and the gourmet hot breakfast... is a perfectly dreamy way to start the day. — Fodor's

This B&B inn was built in 1905-06, and a tasteful remodel has maintained its lovely turn-of-the-century charms. — Gayot

While the majority of guests who come here arrive by car, some come by water and take advantage of the motel’s 11 boat slips. — Gayot

Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center is a mid-range property only a 10-minute drive from Wrightsville Beach and within walking distance of shops and restaurants. — Oyster

The 93-suite Staybridge Suites Wilmington East is an upper-middle-range chain property that attracts a mix of extended-stay business travelers and vacationing families. — Oyster

This budget hotel offers value-for-location, a pool, and a free continental breakfast, but not much else. — Oyster

This pretty, two-story home was built in 1850 for local boot and shoe repair merchant George R. French. — Gayot

The mid-range Wingate by Wyndham Wilmington offers good value in a convenient location -- it's a 10-minute drive to downtown Wilmington and to the beach. — Oyster

Midway between downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, this small hotel with large rooms offers all the comforts of home, including recliners in some rooms. — Fodor's

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach is chain hotel set on beautiful, woodsy grounds within a five-minute drive of the beach. — Oyster

This lovely pink, 1848 building sits in the heart of historic Wilmington. — Gayot

If you need to stay in the area awhile for business, this may be the place for you. — Gayot

This lovely, two-story home is adorned with pale blue trim and a white porch encased in flowering gardens. — Gayot

Located in the suburbs, this inn is convenient for tourists hitting the local sights. — Gayot

This lovely three-story facility resides in a well-maintained business park. — Gayot

Of all the Red Roof Inns in the area, this is one of the best-situated for family vacations. — Gayot

This hotel caters to all types of travelers, from RV road trippers to businesspeople to families. — Gayot

With its lodge-style lobby, this hotel suits its natural setting. — Gayot